Strengthening PMDT Case Finding Workshop Overview
In the Workshop on Strengthening PMDT Case Finding, Case Holding, and Referral System, the focus is on improving the management of MDR-TB cases to prevent transmission, XDR-TB development, and deaths. The program aims to enhance the detection and quality care of MDR-TB cases, ensuring treatment completion and addressing adverse reactions. The workshop objectives include analyzing existing processes, discussing ideal PMDT facility setups, identifying issues and gaps hindering effective case finding, and developing an enhanced referral system. The program of activities involves reviewing referral systems, plenary presentations, visits to treatment centers, and collaborative approaches to address identified gaps.
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Overview of the Workshop on Strengthening PMDT Case Finding, Case Holding and Referral System
Background MDR-TB cases are costly and difficult to treat Improper management and poor referral system may lead to transmission, development of XDR-TB and death We need to implement a program that will detect most of the MDR-TB cases and ensure that they receive quality care We need to ensure that they complete their treatment and adverse reactions are addressed Department of Health National TB Control Program
Expected Outputs 1. Flow diagram of the existing PMDT case finding, case holding and referral system in DOTS facilities 2. List of gaps and issues in PMDT case finding, case holding and referral system 3. Regional, provincial and city/municipal strategies and activities to address identified gaps Department of Health National TB Control Program
Expected Outputs 4. List of the roles and responsibilities of the different stakeholders and development partners in each aspect of PMDT implementation based on gap analysis 5. Implementation plan of strategies and activities 6. Proficiency in proper sputum packaging and transport of specimens Department of Health National TB Control Program
Workshop Objectives To analyze the existing processes and procedures involved in case finding, case holding and referral To discuss the ideal set-up of a PMDT facility (RHU level or TC/STC level) To identify issues and gaps that impede effective case finding, case holding and referral Department of Health National TB Control Program
Workshop Objectives To address identified issues and gaps through a participatory approach To develop an enhanced PMDT referral system Department of Health National TB Control Program
Program of Activities Day 1 Time 8:00 AM 8:30 AM Activity/Session Registration Opening Program Singing of the Philippine National Anthem Welcome Messages Setting of Expectations Overview of the Workshop Workshop 1: Review of the Existing Referral System or Case-holding Mechanism 8:30 AM 9:30 AM 9:30 AM 10:30 AM Plenary Presentation for Workshop 1 Visit to a Treatment Center or Satellite Treatment Center Lunch 10:30 AM 12:30 PM 12:30 PM 1:30 PM Department of Health National TB Control Program
Program of Activities Time Activity/Session Input 1: Background on DRTB and PMDT Input 2: Case-finding and Referral Procedures 1:30 PM 4:00 PM Input 3. Other Indications for Xpert MTB/RIF Testing Input 4: Case Holding for PMDT Workshop 2: Identification of Gaps and Issues in Case Finding, Referral Procedures and Case Holding 4:00 PM 5:00 PM Department of Health National TB Control Program
Program of Activities Day 2 Time 8:00 AM 8:15 AM Activity/Session Recapitulation of Day 1 Activities 8:15 AM 9:00 AM Workshop 3: Finding Solutions Workshop 4: Stakeholders Roles and Responsibilities in PMDT Plenary Presentation of Workshops 2, 3 and 4 Outputs Lunch Workshop 5: Development of Enhanced Two-way PMDT Referral System Plenary Presentation of Workshop 5 Outputs Demonstration and Return Demonstration of Proper Sputum Packaging Agreements and Next Steps 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM 11:00 AM 12:00 NN 12:00 NN 1:00 PM 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM 3:00 PM 5:00 PM Department of Health National TB Control Program Closing Program
